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2003 VULCAN ® SERIES VULCAN ® 1600 CLASSIC | VULCAN ® 1500 MEAN STREAK | VULCAN ® 1500 NOMAD Fi | VULCAN ® 1500 CLASSIC VULCAN ® 1500 DRIFTER | VULCAN ® 800 DRIFTER | VULCAN ® 800 CLASSIC | VULCAN ® 800 | VULCAN ® 750 | VULCAN ® 500 LTD

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Page 1: 2003 VULCAN SERIES - jarlef.no · Long, low and built with muscle to go. The cruiser world is set on fire with the all-new Vulcan® 1600 Classic. When we say “long,” we mean it

2003 VULCAN® SERIESVULCAN® 1600 CLASSIC | VULCAN® 1500 MEAN STREAK™ | VULCAN® 1500 NOMAD™ Fi | VULCAN® 1500 CLASSIC

VULCAN® 1500 DRIFTER™ | VULCAN® 800 DRIFTER™ | VULCAN® 800 CLASSIC | VULCAN® 800 | VULCAN® 750 | VULCAN® 500 LTD

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L o n g , l o w a n d b u i l t t o g o .

VULCAN® 1600 CLASSIC

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Long, low and built with muscle to go. The cruiser world is set on fire with the all-new

Vulcan® 1600 Classic. When we say “long,” we mean it. We

stretched the Vulcan® 1500 Classic’s dimensions to achieve a

Texas-sized, 67.1-inch wheelbase and an overall length more than

eight feet. The result is outstanding handling and a raked-out look right from a

custom shop. • You want to talk low? Drop into the 26.8-inch seat and set your

boots firmly on the asphalt. That’s one comfortable ride. For power, we stroked the

enormous 90-cu. in. SOHC liquid-cooled V-Twin engine of the Vulcan 1500 Classic

to nearly 95 cubic inches, and added new cam timing and fuel-injection mapping

for maximum low- and mid-range punch. Finally, we enhanced the style by adding

a gorgeously shaped fuel tank that features smooth edges and electronic

instrumentation. A dream cruiser, indeed.

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• Hydraulic valve lash adjusters

require zero maintenance or

adjustment.

• Twin spark plugs per cylinder

and digital ignition system for

reliable operation and excellent

fuel economy.

• Improvements to the

smoothness and durability of

the robust 5-speed transmission

include stronger teeth with

harder surfaces plus new clutch

plates with more grooves and

less stiction.

• All-new frame with new

twin 40mm square tubes joined

to form a single backbone and

longer swingarm stretch the

wheelbase by 20mm. Seat height

drops to a low 26.8 inches.

• New 43mm hydraulic front

fork tubes with wider pitch

and reduced offset for more

relaxed cruising.

3 Larger 300mm rear disc with

twin-piston caliper offers strong

braking power.

• Revised hydraulic rear shocks

mount more upright for improved

ride quality. Shocks feature 4-way

rebound damping adjustment.

• Shaft final drive is clean,

quiet, sleek-looking and very low

maintenance for an enhanced

cruising experience.

• Newly styled cast alloy wheels

mounted with tubeless tires for

added security. New wider rear

rim with wider 170/70 x 16

rear tire.

• New larger 5.3 gallon

flangeless fuel tank enhances

the long wide lines of the

Vulcan 1600 Classic.

VULCAN® 1600 CLASSIC4 Updated Vulcan cruiser

engine measures 1,552cc or

95 cubic inches, the biggest

Vulcan from Kawasaki, thanks

to a longer stroke.

• New, larger front brakes

measure a massive 300mm

and feature dual twin-piston

calipers for impressive

braking performance.

1 New tank-mounted electronic

speedometer with LCD display

for fuel level, odometer, tripmeter

and clock

• New external fins on the bright

silver cylinders, new chrome

cylinder head and air cleaner

covers create a stronger visual

image for the revised engine.

2 New larger, more efficient

multi-reflector headlight, special

chrome-plated fork cover and

new turn signals add to the

strong styling of the 1600 Classic.

• Engine performance from

low- to mid-range has improved

thanks to revised cam timing

and lift. Acceleration is stronger.

• Revisions to the dual 36mm

fuel injection throttle bodies

and remapped settings offer

improved performance.

• Large 4-valve cylinder head

for excellent engine breathing.

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Rumor has it you’ve got a mean streak. But you’ll take it as a compliment as you fire up

the 90 cu. in. fuel-injected V-Twin on your Vulcan® 1500

Mean Streak™ and power onto the highway. To those aboard

lesser cruisers, one glimpse of the Mean Streak proves this is no ordinary

cruiser. The giveaways? Chromed shotgun exhausts flowing past dual lay-down

shocks. A rigid inverted fork with massive dual disc brakes from our Ninja® ZX-9R

sportbike. A special frame with sharper steering geometry for tremendous handling.

And fat 17-inch wheels and immense radial performance rubber. But don’t forget

what’s inside the Mean Streak: a stronger crankshaft with special pistons, gnarly

camshafts and a special lightweight valvetrain for maximum high-rpm power.

So let ‘em talk about you. And let the Mean Streak talk for you.

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1 The Mean Streak cruiser’s

high performance is based in

traditional hot-rodding techniques.

Bigger valves. Higher lift cams.

Free-breathing exhaust. Larger

throttle bodies. Reprogrammed

digital fuel injection. Different

digital ignition timing. New

lower transmission ratios.

• Mean Streak’s performance

package includes solid Kawasaki

engineering and technology:

Liquid cooling. 4-valve alloy

cylinder heads. Lightweight

pistons. Single Overhead Cams.

Dual spark plugs per cylinder.

Hydraulic valve lash adjusters.

• Each cylinder has a 102mm

bore and 90mm stroke which

provides punchy response and

plenty of high-rpm power

when needed.

• The digital fuel injection

system with two huge 40mm

throttle bodies feeds each

cylinder. A separate intake tract

for each throttle body provides

smooth engine operation, plus

the tip of each injector contains

four nozzles, with two of those

aimed at each intake valve for

optimum fuel atomization.

• Sensors keep track of intake

vacuum, intake air temperature

and water temperature.

2 Instruments include a light-

weight electronic speedometer

and tachometer with white-

faced dials. Additional digital

instrumentation includes an

odometer, tripmeter, clock

and low fuel warning lamp.

• The wide-pitched inverted

43mm cartridge-type front fork,

with 32° of rake and 5.7 inches

of trail, offers superior handling.

• Twin air-assisted rear shocks

feature 4-way rebound damping.

3 Differentially sized six-piston

front brake calipers grip two

large 320mm semi-floating discs

to provide incredible sportbike-

like braking performance.

• Additional high performance

sportbike-influenced technology

includes wide 17-inch front and

rear rims sporting sticky radial

tires for maximum traction and

cornering performance.

4 Low-slung chassis provides

a sleek drag bike look. Pulled-

back handlebar is low and

wide to offer a relaxed riding

position, plus the seat height is

a comfortably low 27.6 inches.

• Check out the line of

genuine Fire & Steel™ acces-

sories you can order from your

Kawasaki dealer or online at

buykawasaki.com.

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M o r e r o c k . L e s s t a l k .

VULCAN® 1500 MEAN STREAK™

MEAN STREAK

2002 Power Cruiser Shootout Winner

“…the best brakes of any cruiser ever

produced, great looks and ergonomics...” —Motorcycle Online, 2002

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F o l l o w t h e s u n .

VULCAN® 1500 NOMAD™ Fi

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To the south, palm fronds sway in the afternoon breeze, warm sand and waves beckoning

nearby. While to the north, the trees are shedding their

leaves high in the mountains. A single highway links them

together. Where to head? Let the Vulcan® 1500 Nomad™ Fi decide.

However many miles it takes, the Nomad Fi is ready to go there. Its digital fuel-injected

90 cubic-inch V-Twin masters slow cruising and fast highways, heat and cold, and

high altitudes. The long 65.6-inch wheelbase lets you and a passenger stretch out

and enjoy the special touring frame and suspension, while an adjustable windshield

and fork-mounted air deflectors distribute airflow cleanly around you.

On your way south, take comfort that your cold-weather gear is locked safely in the

Nomad’s spacious saddlebags. Not that you’ll be needing it any time soon.

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• The smooth-running 90 cubic

inch V-Twin engine develops

super strong low-speed engine

torque and revs out to deliver

the highway-passing power you

need when fully loaded.

• Kawasaki touring performance

includes liquid cooling, 4-valve

alloy cylinder heads, lightweight

pistons, Single Overhead Cams,

dual spark plugs per cylinder and

hydraulic valve lash adjusters.

• Nomad Fi delivers an ultra-

smooth ride thanks to its

gear-driven engine balancer,

rubber mounted floorboards for

both rider and passenger, rubber

isolated handlebar and comfort-

ably padded two-piece seat.

• Important low-maintenance

touring features include:

Automatic valve lash adjusters.

Automatic cam chain tensioners.

Clean, quiet and reliable shaft

drive. Strong pressure cast

alloy wheels. Tubeless tires.

And an exclusive 2-stage

KLEEN (Kawasaki Low Exhaust

Emission) catalyzer inside the

stainless steel exhaust system.

• The huge touring windshield,

along with the twin fork leg

mounted wind deflectors, keeps

you comfortably protected from

buffeting wind.

1 The Nomad Fi cruiser’s

presence is announced with

its bullet-shaped multi-reflector

headlamp and stylish chrome

windscreen mounts, which

allow for 2 inches of wind-

screen adjustment.

2 Dual front brakes with

2-piston calipers and drilled

rotors, plus a large-diameter

single rear drilled disc with

2-piston caliper offer strong,

predictable braking performance.

3 Two huge, lockable side-

opening saddlebags carry all

your traveling gear, and their

sleek design emphasizes the

unique retro-touring look.

4 The electronic speedometer

is mounted for clear visibility on

top of the fuel tank. The 5.0

gallon flangeless teardrop tank

adds to the smooth, clean style.

• Twin air-assisted rear shocks

let you adjust the spring preload

to suit your riding and load

conditions. Rebound damping

is also adjustable 4 ways.

• Express yourself with

genuine Kawasaki Fire & Steel™

accessories for your Vulcan 1500

Nomad Fi. A comprehensive

line includes chrome plated

light bars, front and rear fender

trim, saddlebag side and top

rails, and a range of comfortable

rear backrests.

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Let your mind drift for a moment. It’s not the 21st Century, but the 1940s, and you’re lazing

along the two-lane somewhere between Tupelo and

Tucumcari. Beneath you beats a massive fuel-injected V-Twin

in a motorcycle of renowned style. Your days are free and the urge to

ride leads you on. • Welcome to the world of the Vulcan® 1500 Drifter.™ Its low solo

seat, big 5-gallon fuel tank, retro styling and relaxed seating position are made for

stretching your horizons. • Park the Vulcan® 800 Drifter™ next to the 1500 Drifter

and you’d be hard-pressed to tell them apart. Until you notice the 800 Drifter’s trick

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® rear suspension and unique paint. Inside, the 800 Drifter is

all Vulcan, with a gear-driven engine balancer that adds to your riding enjoyment.

Wherever you happen to end up.

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• Advanced technology

includes efficient liquid cooling,

Kawasaki’s KLEEN catalytic

converter, automatic hydraulic

valve lash adjusters, dual spark

plugs per cylinder, a gear-driven

engine balancer and a hydrauli-

cally operated clutch.

• Extensive chrome components:

Engine cases, front fork cover,

handlebar and clamp, bullet-

shaped headlight housing, rear

shocks and rear fender rail.

• The lean-looking solo seat

and the shapely rear mount for

the taillight and turn signals

afford a distinctive look from any

angle. An available accessory

two-person seat allows

passengers to share the ride

in comfort and style.

1 The tank-mounted instrument

cluster houses an electronic

speedometer, plus a fuel gauge

and a digital readout for

odometer, tripmeter and time.

2 The custom designed fuel

tank holds a generous 5.0 gallons

and features a smooth, clean

edge thanks to its flangeless

welded seam.

• The advanced digital fuel

injection system with dual 36mm

throttle bodies delivers seamless

power, crisp throttle response

and excellent fuel economy.

• Powerful braking performance

provided by dual-piston calipers

on both the front and rear discs.

• Deeply valanced fenders plus

a fishtail exhaust pipe complete

the retro style.

• Superior Kawasaki engineering

includes: Efficient liquid cooling.

4-valve SOHC cylinder heads.

Digitally-controlled ignition.

Responsive 36mm carburetor

now with K-TRIC digital

throttle response.

• The 800 Drifter is smooth

and easy handling with its

gear-driven engine balancer,

rubber engine mounts, 63.6-inch

long wheelbase and very low

29.9-inch seat height.

3 The lean-looking solo seat is

thickly padded for extended

riding enjoyment. An accessory

two-person seat is available.

• Wide front and rear tires,

generous ground clearance,

a plush 41mm hydraulic front

fork and Kawasaki’s unique

UNI-TRAK® rear suspension

with seven-way adjustable

spring preload make the cruise

smooth and enjoyable.

4 The Drifter 800 shows off its

late-40s styling: Heavily skirted

rear fender. Fishtail exhaust tip.

Tank-mounted speedometer

and the traditional look of a

hardtail.

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Tu r n b a c k t i m e .

VULCAN® 1500 DRIFTER™ | VULCAN® 800 DRIFTER™

VULCAN 800 DRIFTER

VULCAN 1500 DRIFTER

VULCAN 1500 DRIFTER

VULCAN 800 DRIFTER

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S i m p l y c l a s s i c .

VULCAN® 1500 CLASSIC | VULCAN® 800 CLASSIC

VULCAN 1500 CLASSIC* VULCAN 1500 CLASSIC* VULCAN 800 CLASSIC

VULCAN 1500 CLASSIC* & VULCAN 800 CLASSIC* *Shown with available accessories.

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You prefer a T-bone to tofu, and hard rock to hip-hop. No wonder that when it comes to

cruisers, you’ll take classic styling, easy handling and a

free-breathing carbureted Vulcan Classic® cruiser. Climb aboard

the Vulcan 1500 Classic and find out how right your instincts really are.

Thanks to 4-valve combustion chambers and a big side-draft carb with accelerator

pump, the liquid-cooled 90 cu. in. V-Twin pounds out torque like nothing this side of

a Detroit V-8. • Choose the Vulcan 800 Classic for a more affordable (but plenty

satisfying) cruising experience. Its smooth, balanced styling mirrors the larger Vulcan

Classic’s, while the 805cc liquid-cooled V-Twin engine makes no apologies to anyone.

Particularly in the city, the Vulcan 800 Classic’s lighter weight and lower seat height

pay huge dividends for less experienced riders. Now that’s enjoying the classics.

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3 The Vulcan 800 Classic

cruiser comes with these standard

features: Single Overhead Cams.

Individual cam chains with auto-

matic tensioners. Four-valve,

free-breathing cylinder heads

for maximum swept valve area.

Smooth responding 36mm CVK

carburetor fitted with an electric

accelerator pump. And an internal

gear-driven balancer to help

deliver a smooth cruise.

• The transistor-controlled

breakerless electronic ignition

system with digital timing

advance helps ensure precise

throttle response and excellent

fuel economy.

• The wide-ratio 5-speed

transmission offers quick

acceleration and a smooth

overdrive top gear. Kawasaki’s

exclusive Positive Neutral Finder

makes finding neutral easy

when you come to a stop.

4 The twin-piston front brake

caliper grips a drilled stainless

steel rotor for confident

braking performance.

• The Vulcan 800 Classic

offers classic styling touches

with its wider, deeply valanced

front and rear fenders, its

spoked wheels, its twin straight

pipes and its bigger headlight.

• Large 40mm Keihin carburetor

features the Kawasaki Throttle

Responsive Ignition Control

(K-TRIC) system to vary ignition

timing according to throttle

setting and engine rpm. The

result is better engine response

and lower fuel consumption.

• A large airbox crossover

tube located between the

cylinders helps improve mid-

range torque and increases

airflow to the cylinders.

2 The Vulcan 1500 Classic

cruiser features clean shaft

final drive for an exceptionally

smooth, quiet ride. Twin rear

shocks are adjustable 5 ways

for spring preload.

• An extra-low 27.6-inch seat

height, wide handlebar and

forward-mounted floorboards

put the Vulcan Classic rider in

a comfortable cruiser position.

1 The speedometer, fuel gauge

and warning lamps are located

on a center console on top of

the wide 4.2-gallon fuel tank.

• The 1500 Classic cruiser’s a

perfect platform for customization

with Kawasaki’s extensive line

of Fire & Steel™ accessories.

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Cruising is fun. Especially when you’re aboard a smooth-running Vulcan® 800. With its

21-inch chrome-spoke front wheel, dual exhausts and

hardtail-look rear suspension, you might just mistake our

middleweight V-Twin for a much bigger bike. • Commuters love the

Vulcan 750 V-Twin. Its ride and handling are as sweet as its styling, thanks to

adjustable air-assisted shocks, a big 15-inch rear tire and a low saddle. While zero-

maintenance features like automatic hydraulic valve lash adjusters and shaft drive

keep you riding. • Start cruising with the Vulcan 500 LTD. It’s a custom In-Line Twin

offering responsive performance with a big dose of value. The 500 LTD is our lightest

Vulcan, and its low 28.1-inch seat height and Positive Neutral Finder make it extra-

friendly for new riders. So bring on the street. It’s a whole new world of Good Times.™

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• Power provided by an 805cc

V-Twin engine with SOHC alloy

cylinders, 4-valve cylinder heads,

responsive 36mm CVK carburetor,

vibration-absorbing gear-driven

balancer, and a sophisticated

digital timing advance electronic

ignition system.

1 Cruise in style with a bobbed

rear fender, classic chrome spoked

wheels, a fat rear tire and highly

polished chrome engine covers.

2 The stretched out front fork

with 21-inch wheel, along with

the unique adjustable UNI-TRAK®

rear suspension’s traditional hard-

tail appearance, add to the

distinctive cruiser look.

• Kawasaki offers the widest

range of custom accessories

for your Vulcan 800. All genuine

Kawasaki Fire & Steel™ accessories

are available through your local

dealer or our e-commerce web

site, buykawasaki.com.

3 The Vulcan 750 cruiser

features a compact V-Twin engine,

Double Overhead Cams, transistor-

controlled electronic ignition,

twin 34mm CVK carburetors,

and liquid cooling.

• Maintenance chores are

simplified with automatic cam

chain tensioners, dual-stage

silent cam chains, automatic

hydraulic valve lash adjusters

and clean shaft drive.

• The 5-speed transmission

features Kawasaki’s exclusive

Positive Neutral Finder.

• Air-assisted rear shocks

with 4-way rebound damping

adjustment and a plush 38mm

leading axle front fork.

4 In-Line twin-cylinder engine

with efficient 4-valve heads

and digital ignition for smooth,

consistent power delivery.

• A gear-driven engine balancer,

efficient liquid cooling and easy-

maintenance final chain drive help

ensure worry-free smoothness

and proven reliability.

• The 6-speed gearbox features

a Positive Neutral Finder to simplify

finding neutral when you stop.

• With a 4.0-gallon fuel tank,

low 28.1-inch seat height and a

powerful front disc brake for more

predictable braking, the Vulcan

500 LTD is a perfect platform

for your first cruiser experience.

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G o o d T i m e s ™ c o m e i n s m a l l p a c k a g e s .

VULCAN® 800 | VULCAN® 750 | VULCAN® 500 LTD

VULCAN 800 VULCAN 500 LTD VULCAN 750

VULCAN 800

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T h i n k l i k e a n a r t i s t .

FIRE & STEEL™ ACCESSORIES

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There’s no denying that the KawasakiVulcan® is a thing of beauty. But it’s more than just

a motorcycle — it’s an artist’s canvas, ready for customizing.

And genuine Kawasaki Fire & Steel™ accessories are how to do it.

Ask your dealer, or go to buykawasaki.com on the Web, and you’ll see

a host of products for your bike. • Choose from custom-painted tanks and fenders,

seats, billet-style wheels, exhausts, lights and touring equipment. Bolt them on

yourself or let your dealer do it — all are made to fit perfectly and match your

bike’s design. • There’s more to Fire & Steel accessories than Vulcan parts. You can

choose premium leather apparel including riding pants and jackets, helmets and

even raingear, for yourself and your passenger. Then gear up for Good Times™ —

because the open road is waiting.

Some of the display motorcycles shown above have been modified from their original configuration by custom builders. Improper installation or use of accessories, or motorcycle modification, will void the motorcycle warranty. Kawasaki recommends all motorcycles be left in their original chassis configuration and neither endorses nor recommends modifying your motorcycle’s frame, suspension or running gear in any way. Incorrect loading, improper installation or use ofaccessories, or modifications of your motorcycle may result in an unsafe riding condition. Read your owner’s manual for loading information.

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Engine type

Displacement

Bore x stroke

Compression ratio

Valve system

Cooling system

Fuel system

Ignition

Starting

Transmission

Final Drive

Frame type

Rake/trail

Suspension, front

Suspension, rear

Tire, front

Tire, rear

Brakes, front/rear

Wheelbase

Seat height

Fuel capacity

Dry weight

Colors

Up to Two Years WarrantyYour new Vulcan® cruiser comes with a 12-month/unlimitedmileage limited factory warranty, except your new Vulcan1500 Nomad™ Fi, which comes with a 24-month/unlimitedmileage limited factory warranty. Read the next paragraph tofind out how you can extend your coverage inexpensively,or ask your dealer for details about the factory warrantyand available extended coverage.

Up to Four Years Additional Coverage*Let Kawasaki protect your new machine for years to come*with the exclusive Good Times™ Protection Plan†. This planrepairs or replaces most components free of charge iffound defective in material or workmanship. Everythingabout the plan is easy: There’s no deductible. It’s honoredat every authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer nationwide.It’s transferable to another owner with no fee. And youcan sign up as long as your machine is under its originalwarranty. Just ask your dealer how you can buy extendedcoverage up to 24, 36 or 48 months. Imagine, for just penniesa day, you can ride with no worry and no hassle. Just tellyour dealer you want the Good Times Protection Plan.*Depending on the program purchased.

To purchase accessories, see your dealer or visit our web site at:

For the nearest Kawasaki dealer, call:

©2002 Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. P/N 99969-1090Printed in U.S.A.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.9950 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, California 92618

1-800-661-RIDE

Specifications subject to change without notice. Availability may be limited. Always wear a helmet and appropriate apparel.Call 1-800-446-9227 for the Motorcycle Safety Foundationbeginner or expert course near you. You won’t even need amotorcycle – your course sponsor will provide one courtesy of your local dealer.

Ride With Zero Down*We offer up to 100% instant financing on most Kawasaki products with the Good Times™ Credit Plan†

or Good Times™ Credit Card. Qualified buyers can rideaway on a brand-new Kawasaki with no down payment. In most cases, the computerized credit approval takesjust minutes. You can even add insurance, accessoriesand the Good Times Protection Plan to your contract.Ask your participating dealer for details. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.*Qualified buyers.

†Good Times Protection Plan and Good Times Credit Plan not available in Canada.

SPECIFICATIONS VULCAN® 500 LTD

Safe Riding’s More FunRide responsibly. Kawasaki believes safety begins with usand continues with you. Always wear a helmet, eyeprotection and proper apparel. Passengers too. Ridedefensively. Obey the Basic Speed Law. Never ride underthe influence of drugs or alcohol. Riding is more fun on awell-maintained motorcycle... follow the instructions inyour owner’s manual. Remember, riding safe is smart.

VULCAN® 800

For more information,visit our web site at: kawasaki.com

KAWASAKI CONSUMER PRODUCTSKawasaki offers some of the best consumer products on the planet, which include the exciting Ninja® sportbikes, championship-winning KX motocross bikes, eye-catching Vulcan® street cruisers and exhilarating JET SKI® personal watercraft. Or our innovativeAll-Terrain Vehicles and versatile, industry-leading MULE™ utility vehicles. Every segment of our recreational vehicle business is guided by our passion to build superior products for your enjoyment. That’s why our slogan is Let the good times roll.™

Action Photography: Professional riders on a closed course.

4-stroke V-Twin

90 cu. in.

102 x 90mm

8.6:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Keihin CVK40

Digital with K-TRIC

Electric

5-speed with PositiveNeutral Finder

Shaft

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/4.8 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Dual shocks with 5-way preload adjustment

130/90-16

150/80-16

Disc/disc

65.4 inches

27.6 inches

4.2 gallons

644 pounds

Cosmic Splendor Red or Candy Cardinal Red/Pearl Gently Gray

VULCAN® 1500 CLASSIC

4-stroke V-Twin

90 cu. in.

102 x 90mm

9.0:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Digital Fuel Injection withdual 36mm throttle bodies

Digital

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

Shaft

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/7.4 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Dual air-assisted shocks with 4-way rebound damping

150/80-16

150/80-16

Dual discs/disc

65.6 inches

28.3 inches

5.0 gallons

743 pounds

Black Pearl or Luminous Vintage Red/Pearl Luster Beige

VULCAN® 1500 NOMAD™ FiVULCAN® 1500 MEAN STREAK™

4-stroke V-Twin

95 cu. in.

102 x 95mm

9.0:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Digital Fuel Injection withdual 36mm throttle bodies

Digital

Electric

5-speed with PositiveNeutral Finder

Shaft

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/7.0 inches

43mm cartridge/conventional telescopic fork

Dual shocks with 4-way rebound damping

130/90R-16

170/70R-16

Dual 300mm discs withdual-piston calipers/disc

67.1 inches

26.8 inches

5.3 gallons

694 pounds

Metallic Ruby Red orMetallic Dark Bronze or Pearl Cosmic Silver

VULCAN® 1600 CLASSIC

4-stroke V-Twin

805cc

88 x 66.2mm

9.5:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Keihin CVK36

Digital with K-TRIC

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

O-Ring chain

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

31.5°/6.2 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK®

with 7-way preload adjustment

130/90-16

140/90-16

Disc/disc

63.6 inches

29.9 inches

4.0 gallons

542 pounds

Metallic Ruby Red

VULCAN® 800 DRIFTER™

4-stroke V-Twin

90 cu. in.

102 x 90mm

9.0:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Digital Fuel Injection withdual 36mm throttle bodies

Digital

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

Shaft

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/6.5 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Dual air-assisted shocks with 4-way rebound damping

130/90-16

150/80-16

Disc/disc

65.2 inches

28.7 inches

5.0 gallons

670 pounds

Metallic Ruby Red

VULCAN® 1500 DRIFTER™ VULCAN® 750

4-stroke V-Twin

90 cu. in.

102 x 90mm

9.0:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Digital Fuel Injection with dual 40mm throttle bodies

Digital

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

Shaft

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/5.7 inches

43mm inverted cartridge/conventional telescopic fork

Dual air-assisted shocks with 4-way rebound damping

130/70R-17 62H

170/60R-17 72H

Dual discs/disc

67.1 inches

27.6 inches

4.5 gallons

637 pounds

Black Pearl or Metallic MidnightPurple or Passion Red orMetallic Phantom Silver

VULCAN® 800 CLASSIC

4-stroke V-Twin

805cc

88 x 66.2mm

9.5:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Keihin CVK36

Digital

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

O-Ring chain

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/4.8 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK®

with 7-way preload adjustment

130/90-16

140/90-16

Disc/drum

63.0 inches

27.8 inches

4.0 gallons

516 pounds

Pearl Mystic Black orMetallic Ruby Red

4-stroke V-Twin

805cc

88 x 66.2mm

9.5:1

SOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Keihin CVK36

Digital electronic

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

O-Ring chain

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

34°/5.9 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK®

with 7-way preload adjustment

80/90-21

140/90-16

Disc/drum

64.0 inches

28.0 inches

4.0 gallons

496 pounds

Black Pearl

4-stroke V-Twin

749cc

84.9 x 66.2mm

10.3:1

DOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Keihin CVK34 x 2

Electronic

Electric

5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

Shaft

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

32°/5.0 inches

38mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Dual air-assisted shocks with 4-way rebound damping

100/90-19

150/90-15

Dual discs/drum

62.2 inches

28.9 inches

3.6 gallons

483 pounds

Luminous Vintage Red/Metallic Graystone

4-stroke In-Line Twin

498cc

74 x 58mm

10.2:1

DOHC, 8 valves

Liquid

Keihin CVK32 x 2

Digital electronic

Electric

6-speed with Positive Neutral Finder

O-Ring chain

Double-cradle, high-tensile steel

33°/5.9 inches

41mm hydraulic telescopic fork

Dual shocks with 5-way preload adjustment

100/90-19

140/90-15

Disc/drum

62.8 inches

28.1 inches

4.0 gallons

439 pounds

Purplish Black Mica